Division of University Advancement

Mission Statement:
Delaware State University’s Division of University Advancement assists all alumni, students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders in supporting the University’s mission through engagement and philanthropic activities worldwide.

The Delaware State University Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation devoted to the welfare and future development of Delaware State University and its affiliated organizations. The Foundation exists solely for the purpose of securing and administering private funds in support of academic programs, student scholarships, faculty development, public service initiatives, and other priorities of Delaware State University.
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DEPARTMENTS

Delaware State University Foundation
Office of Advancement Services
Office of Alumni Relations
Office of Development

STAFF

Dr. Vita Pickrum

Vice President for University Advancement

President, Delaware State University Foundation

vpickrum [at] desu.edu

Bradley, Claudette
Development Technician
cbradley [at] desu.edu

Brown, Lakisha
Administrative Secretary
lpettie [at] desu.edu

Dorsett, Aleasha
Director of Annual Fund
ardorsett [at] desu.edu

Kirby, Diane
Manager of Alumni Engagement
dkirby [at] desu.edu

Pryor, LaShawne
Assistant Vice President, Development

lpryor [at] desu.edu

Ross, Rochelle
Financial Analyst
rross [at] desu.edu

Savage, Henrietta
Controller for Delaware State University Foundation
Special Assistant to DSUF President & Vice President
hsavage [at] desu.edu

Taylor, Dr. Marcia

Assistant Vice President

Office of Alumni Relations

mtaylor [at] desu.edu